Proverbs 5:6
“Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them.”
Proverbs 5:6 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- They walk not by the path of life, her steps are wandering, and unaccountable.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- So that she findeth not the level path of life: Her ways are unstable, and'she knoweth it not.
- DARBYDarby
- Lest she should ponder the path of life, her ways wander, she knoweth not whither.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- She gives no thought to the way of life. Her ways are crooked, and she doesn't know it.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- The path of life ; lest thou ponder, Moved have her paths ; thou knowest not.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them.
Context: Proverbs 5
4But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a twoedged sword.
5Her feet go down to death; her steps take hold on hell.
6Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them.
7Hear me now therefore, O ye children, and depart not from the words of my mouth.
8Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:
About Proverbs 5: Warning Against Adultery
Solomon warns against the pitfalls of adultery, urging readers to cherish marital fidelity
Commentary
The message of this chapter is relevant today as it was when it was written. Adultery continues to be a destructive force that can ruin marriages, families and lives. Solomon, the author of Proverbs, warns us to be on guard against the temptation to cheat on our spouses and to be faithful in marriage. He encourages us to seek our joy and fulfillment in committed, loving relationships and to avoid the temporary pleasure of immoral acts. This chapter teaches us the importance of self-control, wisdom, and respect for the sanctity of marriage.